Ethereum (ETH)

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Ethereum (ETH) is a decentralized computing platform founded by Vitalik ButerinCharles Hoskinson, and many others. Development began in 2014, with the official release occurring in mid-2015. Described by Buterin as a decentralized computing platform, Ethereum is a more wide-ranging application of the Decentralized Ledger Technology pioneered by Bitcoin

Ethereum was designed with the intention of having a scripting language for application development, which Bitcoin lacks. Dapps (decentralized apps)  are now some of the most intense research and development areas in the digital currency space. As mentioned by Buterin, Ethereum trades some security for versatility, though the development team is working extensively on improving security and scalability. 

Though it does take inspiration from Bitcoin, it differs in many ways. One notable difference is that the consensus mechanism algorithm gives ASICs less of an advantage. Block times range from 10 - 15 seconds as opposed to Bitcoin’s 10 minutes. One notable incident in Ethereum’s history occurred in 2016, when a smart contract flaw resulted in the theft of approximately $50 million worth of Ether. This subsequently resulted in a hard fork, splitting the Ethereum blockchain in Ethereum (ETH) and Ethereum Classic (ETC).

Ethereum itself, like Bitcoin, has inspired many projects, including rival platforms that seek to address the shortcomings of Ethereum. These platforms include EOS and Tron, which at the moment are its two closest competing platforms. Ethereum’s purpose of creating a platform for decentralized applications is its most vaunted aspect, as dapps are widely considered to bring the next era of adoption as specific, well-developed and user friendly crypto-based applications bring legitimacy to digital assets in the wider world.

In this tag, read Ethereum (ETH) news, price predictions, opinions and analyses created by users.


🚀 The Crypto Rollercoaster: From Euphoria to Collapse… and the Next Big Boom? 🔥

14 Feb 2025 1 minute read 1 comment Nayim

🚀 The Wild Ride of Crypto: How 3 Months Can Change Everything! 🔥   April 2021: The Peak of Euphoria!   Crypto was unstoppable! Investors were celebrating massive gains:   Bitcoin (BTC): $60,000 💥   Ethereum (ETH): $2,150 🚀   Binance Coin (BNB): $...

Is the ETH Staking ETF the demand catalyst for Ether?

14 Feb 2025 1 minute read 0 comments CryptoMax1387

Remember I wrote about the fact that Ether needs a new boost to generate demand. And this could be the turning point. ☝️ 21Shares has applied for an Ethereum ETF with staking, and if the SEC approves it, it could change the rules of the game. What do...

Understanding DeFi for Real Estate: A Crash Course in RWA Investing

14 Feb 2025 2 minute read 0 comments DeMonopol

Imagine a future where owning a stake in a luxury condo in Paris or a commercial building in New York is as easy as purchasing shares online. Thanks to the groundbreaking convergence of real estate and decentralized finance, that future is here. DeM...

Ethereum’s Pectra Upgrade: The Future of Blockchain is Here 🚀

14 Feb 2025 3 minute read 0 comments CryptoMindHQ

If you’ve ever been frustrated by Ethereum’s high gas fees or slow transactions, you’re not alone. I’ve been there, too. I still remember the first time I used Ethereum as a teenager — I was so excited to send my $5 worth of ETH to a secure wallet. B...

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14 Feb 2025 2 minute read 5 comments Dzoelx

A $1000 airdrop or another interesting decentralized solution (that really works)? Well, I’m not trying to guess your preferences but you’re more likely to choose the latter if you are from the crypto class of 2017 and older. Anything younger than t...

My Thoughts on Current Markets-241

14 Feb 2025 4 minute read 1 comment Biologist25

There was a correction between 2790 and 2535 dollars in ounce gold in November-December. There may be some correction in 2790s, I said I don't expect the movement to fall too much from 2530s, it turned back from 2536s. While falling to 2790 and 2536,...

Splinterlands | Is DEEPLURKER still a great card in Modern?

13 Feb 2025 4 minute read 0 comments mango juice

What’s up my fellow Splinterlands players! I hope all of you are enjoying a vibrant weekend with your family and friends and also enjoying this amazing in your free time. Now those of you who play this game on a daily basis with dedication, I guess a...

The $768M Bitcoin Buried Treasure: James Howells’ Bold Plan to Reclaim His Lost Fortune

13 Feb 2025 1 minute read 1 comment Nayim

James Howells’ $768M Bitcoin Hunt: A Bold New Plan Unfolds   Over a decade ago, James Howells made one of the most expensive mistakes in history—accidentally discarding a hard drive containing 7,500 Bitcoins. Now valued at around $768 million, his lo...

Best meme coins in 2025 with 70x growth potential. Which crypto projects should you invest in?

13 Feb 2025 8 minute read 1 comment Crypto Entrepreneurs | WEB3

If you actively follow the meme coin industry and don't want to miss new gem projects like TRUMP or PNUT, then you've come to the right place. Today, I will reveal the prospects of some gem projects, tokens that may shoot up in the near future. We'll...

Sam Altman Shuts Down Elon Musk’s $97.4B Bid—Offers to Buy Twitter Instead!

13 Feb 2025 1 minute read 0 comments Nayim

In a dramatic twist in the tech world, Elon Musk has made an unsolicited bid of $97.4 billion to acquire the nonprofit entity that controls OpenAI, the renowned AI research firm he co-founded in 2015.    The Offer and Immediate Rejection   Musk's pro...